Sue Bedford (MSc Nutritional Therapy)
Enjoy this ‘nutritious and delicious’ drink that is fertility-friendly to cool off this summer. Why is it excellent?
It includes these incredible Ingredients
Cucumbers are a fantastic source of vitamin C, vitamin K, magnesium, and fibre in addition to being low in calories, wonderful for hydration, and lowering inflammation. They include quercetin, an antioxidant that helps lessen swelling.
Strawberries contain a lot of vitamin C, a potent antioxidant that is vital for the health of the immune system, the skin, blood vessels, heart, and fertility. Along with being a healthy source of fibre, potassium, and folate, one serving per day provides the full adult-recommended daily allowance of vitamin C.
Mint is a good source of beta carotene, folate, and iron.- adding to the balance and taste of this lovely cooler.
How to make your Fertility Friendly Elderflower, Strawberry and Cucumber Cooler
Ingredients (serves 6-8)
Handful of mint leaves
8 strawberries, washed and halved
1 cucumber
100ml elderflower cordial
1 litre sparkling water
Ice cubes
Method
Place a handful of washed mint leaves along with the strawberries into a large jug along with the cucumber slices and elderflower cordial and stir to mix.
Add ice cubes to the jug and top up with the sparkling water. Enjoy!
